About the Public Safety Division

The Public Safety Division operates 12 offices statewide. Staff in those offices conduct license investigations, respond to complaints and investigate liquor law violations. Field office staff also work in partnership with local governments and community groups to resolve problems created by liquor businesses or their patrons.

For Private Security Personnel

Department of Public Safety Standards and Training CertificationThe Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST) administers certification / licensure of private security constituents in accordance with ORS 181.870-991. The private security industry is regulated to ensure the interests of the public are adequately served and protected, and to uphold the professionalism and integrity of the industry.

Free ID Checking Classes

Free ID checking classThe Portland office offers a free ID checking class the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Class time is 7:30 p.m. and lasts for approximately 1-1/2 hours. Call 503-872-5078 to register for the class.

Penalty Schedule

Make a complaint

Most businesses that sell alcohol obey the liquor laws and want to be good neighbors. But sometimes problems do occur.

Public safety is our first priority. If you have information on a business that is not obeying liquor laws, we want to know.

If you have a complaint about a business that sells alcohol, please fill out a Complaint Form and return it to the nearest OLCC office. An inspector will read your report and decide what action to take.

We can enforce the liquor laws best when people with a complaint identify themselves and are willing to testify about the incident. We will also take complaints from people who want to remain anonymous or do not want to testify.